Stakeholders call for stronger investment in parenting support in Akwa Ibom
By Japhet Davidson Government leaders, researchers, media professionals, child protection experts, academics, civil society organisations and community stakeholders have called for greater investment in evidence-based parenting programmes as a critical strategy for protecting children, strengthening families and improving child wellbeing in Akwa Ibom State. The call was made during a stakeholder dissemination workshop titled “From […]
NAFDAC seals two factories over production of banned sachet, 100ml alcoholic drinks
By Daniel Kudayah The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed two factories in Ogun State for allegedly manufacturing banned sachet alcoholic beverages and alcohol packaged in 100ml bottles, in continued enforcement of the Federal Government’s directive aimed at reducing alcohol abuse and protecting public health. The affected facilities include […]
UNIBEN VC backs state police, allays fears of abuse by governors
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, Professor Edoba Omoregie (SAN) on Tuesday threw his weight behind the proposed establishment of state police saying it was an expected component of a federation like Nigeria adding that the fears of abuse by state governors could also be checked. Omoregie […]
Nigeria at war, Tinubu has no strategy to end it — Gbenga Hashim
lSays terrorists still dictate pace of war lCalls for national security overhaul The presidential candidate of Accord party, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has declared that Nigeria was at war being led without a coherent strategy to defeat terrorism and restore national security. In a statement, yesterday, Olawepo-Hashim condemned the latest wave of killings in Kaduna, Zamfara, Plateau […]
Tinubu’s re-election will ensure sustenance of economic, social reforms – US-based entrepreneur
By Henry Obetta A United States-based Nigerian entrepreneur/engineer and project management expert, Atilade Oshoniyi, has said that policies introduced by the President Bola Tinubu’s administration were designed to address long-standing structural challenges that had slowed Nigeria’s growth and development over the years, arguing that a second term would provide the stability needed to consolidate ongoing […]
Large taxpayers face fines from July 31, says DigiTax
Large taxpayers that fail to onboard to the Nigerian Revenue Service’s (NRS) electronic invoicing system by July 31 will fall within statutory penalty provisions, the Country Director of DigiTax Nigeria, Olumide Akinsola, has cautioned.
Rafa accelerates growth with investment in soap manufacturing facility
Lagos— Rafa Corporation, manufacturer of Rafa detergent brand, has announced a landmark investment in world-class soap manufacturing technology, marking a major milestone in its ambition to build one of Africa’s leading home and personal care manufacturing enterprises. The investment significantly expands Rafa’s production capabilities while reinforcing its commitment to innovation, industrial excellence and long-term value […]
Globacom: Championing technology, innovations and exceptional value in the telecom sector
By KAYODE AKINYEMI When Globacom Nigeria Limited (Glo) made its debut in the Nigerian market in 2003, not much expectation was placed on it as a late arrival into the telecommunications space owing to the first movers’ advantage earlier enjoyed by two foreign mobile telecom firms that had entered in 2001. The odds were heavily stacked […]
Auto service centre holds sensitisation rally for motorists
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – As a way of promoting safety on the roads, a motor servicing and maintenance centre, Diverse Autocare Centre has held a sensitisation programme under its Road Courtesy and Vehicle Maintenance Awareness Campaign which is a public enlightenment initiative designed to promote safer roads, responsible driving, and a stronger culture […]
FG inaugurates committee to boost non-oil exports, tighten biosecurity
The Federal Government has inaugurated an Interministerial Committee on the Nigerian Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) to strengthen agricultural biosecurity, improve non-oil exports and facilitate international trade.
